September/October 2009
Features
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College IT managers balance a concern for the environment with practical, cost-saving measures.
Schools depend on the web more than ever today, which is why high availability is critical.
PDAs provide nursing students at Thomas Jefferson University access to up-to-date medical information.
By focusing on infrastructure and affordable access to notebooks, colleges are delivering the high-quality wireless services this generation of students expects.
A research vessel headed up by the University of Alaska Fairbanks is one of the first institutions to receive stimulus funding.
Departments
Product Review:
Acer's Nifty Netbook
The Aspire One is a low-cost unit that features a 1.6-gigahertz chip and a 160-gigabyte hard drive.
Product Review:
It's a Wonderful Life
Fujitsu's LifeBook Tablet PC is lightweight and features sharp screen resolution and numerous connectivity options.
I.T. Practice & Pedagogy:
The Convenient Classroom
Towson University deploys digital media technology that lets students view classroom sessions after the lecture.
Case Study:
Wireless Watch
Marquette University extends video surveillance beyond campus borders with a wireless system, and crime rates drop.
Tech Trends:
Beyond Backup
Data deduplication can end server sprawl and help IT shops more efficiently manage e-mail and disaster recovery.
Tech Trends:
The Price Is Right
Colleges see netbooks as a lightweight, low-cost option that can level the playing field.
Best Practices:
A New Identity
Here's how to build an identity management system that will improve IT's image among your college's major stakeholders.
Opinion
Contributor Column:
Embrace Green Technology
IT departments can be strong catalysts in a university's sustainability program.
